Six months after an already extended deadline, Freetown has still not complied with a state law requiring the town to have special multi-family zoning, putting it at risk of losing state funding.

The town is listed as noncompliant with the MBTA Communities Law, which says Freetown must create an overlay zone where multi-family housing is allowed by right, with the capacity to hold at least 750 units.

Not being compliant with the law means the town could face penalties including denial of state funds, or could be sued by the state Attorney General.

It’s one of 10 communities statewide not complying with the controversial law, including nearby East Bridgewater.

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